Umbilical Cord Problems

When to Call Your Doctor - Call Your Doctor Now

Call Your Doctor Now (night or day) If

  • Newborn (< 1 month old) starts to look or act sick in any way
  • Bleeding won't stop after 10 minutes of direct pressure applied twice
  • Spot of blood > 2 inches (5 cm)
  • Red streak runs from the navel
  • Red area spreads beyond the navel
  • Fever > 100.4 F (38.0 C) rectally (Caution: Do NOT give your baby any fever medicine before being seen)

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